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GU09 TCO

2009 Volvo V50

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,750 mi
Last recorded94,750 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2022
Typical for 2009 Volvo V5089,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU09 TCO
MakeVolvo
ModelV50
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2022 94,750 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 92,124 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 89,676 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 85,078 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 80,298 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 76,075 miles

both front tyres worn on the inner edge.

oil leak from steering rack.

slight play in offside rear anti roll bar link rod.

Pass 1 Feb 2016 68,786 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 64,071 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Mar 2014 58,638 miles

Both front tyres worn to 2.5-3mm

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Mar 2013 54,007 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 45,353 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Mar 2012 45,353 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Volvo V50?

Based on 920,660 MOT tests across 54,346 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
7,637
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
54,346
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,058
Registration plate lamp not working 11,891
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,891
coil spring broken 9,145
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,907
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GU09 TCO is a 2009 Volvo V50 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2009 Volvo V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 89,914 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V50 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,058 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU09 TCO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V50 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this Volvo V50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU09 TCO registered?

GU09 TCO is a 2009 Volvo V50, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is GU09 TCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU09 TCO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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